Q: What is S.T.A.R.?
A: A language based program that
encourages students to be responsible for their actions. It uses a decision
making model that will help our students solve problems and resolve conflicts.
Q: Who developed S.T.A.R.?
A: S.T.A.R. was developed by the
Jefferson Center for Education, a non-profit, non-sectarian organization
founded in 1963 with the purpose of providing methods for teaching character
education in both public and private schools.
Q: What are the components of
S.T.A.R.?
1) A Theme of the Month is given
to kids.
2) Project is reinforced by
monthly projects/activities.
3) S.T.A.R. pins are awarded as
a symbol of completion each month.
4) Parents MUST sign off on each
form.
5) Students MUST ask for and
return forms themselves.
6) After a year of successful
activities, students will receive an S.T.A.R. patch to permanently put on
uniform.
Q: Is there anything else to the S.T.A.R. program?
A:Children are encouraged to bring their report card to school. They will receive an "Academic Excellence" patch to wear proudly on their uniform. Every report card after that will earn them smaller "star" patches.